Teraflex HD JT/JT Ball Joints

[DocMike]

Opinions on Reid Racing vs Mojave?

If you currently have the aluminum knuckles, upgrading to the Eco Diesel/Mojave steel knuckles while you have everything apart is a good idea; we've seen a few broken or damaged aluminum knuckles turn up during our product testing.

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[TeraFlex]

Opinions on Reid Racing vs Mojave?

We don't test with other manufacture's parts due too the large number of variables involved, but in general any non aluminum knuckle is a good idea.

 

[DocMike]

Understand that. Too many variables to control for. I want to go 37s and I also want to not break things.

We don't test with other manufacture's parts due too the large number of variables involved, but in general any non aluminum knuckle is a good idea.

 

[rharr]

The C-clip retainer is a nice feature, keeps the ball joint pulling out as seen on a few failures. I think the axle u-joint goes boom then pulls the ball joint out with it.

 

[DocMike]

ordered mine.....because I am a creature of impulse.

 

[NachoRuby]

We don't test with other manufacture's parts due too the large number of variables involved, but in general any non aluminum knuckle is a good idea.

Are you going to be coming out with a set for us?

 

[TeraFlex]

Are you going to be coming out with a set for us?

I am unsure exactly what you mean by "us", but our 3452010 ball joints fit all current JL/JT applications, both D30/D44 equivalent axles either with aluminum knuckles or steel knuckles. We've just seen a few failures on the aluminum knuckles unrelated to our ball joints, hence the recommendation to get steel knuckles on larger tire'd (37+ tire) or harder wheeled Jeeps.

 

[DocMike]

Now if @TeraFlex will hustle them out the door so I can install ASAP.....

ordered mine.....because I am a creature of impulse.

 

[DocMike]

I think he's hinting at a Teraflex knuckle....

I can attest I love my Falcon SP2 3.5 eAdjust....
Got to wheel them last weekend...

I am unsure exactly what you mean by "us", but our 3452010 ball joints fit all current JL/JT application, both D30/D44 equivalent axles either with aluminum knuckles or steel knuckles; we've just seen a few failures on the aluminum knuckles unrelated to our ball joints, hence the recommendation to get steel knuckles on larger tire'd or wheeled Jeeps.

 

[LetzGoState]

Is there a break in period for these? I had them installed by a shop and the Jeep is pulling to the right. They were the recommended installed ball joint, they also did an alignment. They said there could be a bit of a period where they might stick a bit. Is this normal and how long typically before things normalize if so?

 

[TeraFlex]

Is there a break in period for these? I had them installed by a shop and the Jeep is pulling to the right. They were the recommended installed ball joint, they also did an alignment. They said there could be a bit of a period where they might stick a bit. Is this normal and how long typically before things normalize if so?

Yes, there can be a notable "break in" period on them when new; which can temporarily create memory steer as a result. The installation of our ball joints shouldn't "create" a pull to left or right, but they can slow the return to center of the steering when new. I'll explain.

The manganese phosphate coating we use on the internal parts is a rough, coarse surface finish, and with use the finish will polish in and become smoother. It can vary on driving habits and grease used in the joints, but normally within 1500-2000 miles the joints should free up.

 

[LetzGoState]

Yes, there can be a notable "break in" period on them when new; which can temporarily create memory steer as a result. The installation of our ball joints shouldn't "create" a pull to left or right, but they can slow the return to center of the steering when new. I'll explain.

The manganese phosphate coating we use on the internal parts is a rough, coarse surface finish, and with use the finish will polish in and become smoother. It can vary on driving habits and grease used in the joints, but normally within 1500-2000 miles the joints should free up.

Thank you for the quick reply! Front end seems very solid with them installed.

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